Summit Cadillac Mountain, the highest point in the Atlantic United States. Soaring over Bar Harbor, the mountain offers views of the Porcupine Islands and Frenchman Bay. Use the road up the mountain and explore the summit on the trail.
Drive the Park Loop Road, which passes ocean shoreline, forests and mountains. Around 27 miles, the historic road closes during bad weather, so check with a park ranger if it's snowy or icy.
Learn about maritime history at the Islesford Historical Museum. Located on Little Cranberry Island, the museum includes ship models, tools and photographs.
Take a ranger-led tour. At Acadia National Park, tours are conducted on both land and sea. Learn about the natural habitat, wildlife and history of the park and surrounding areas.
Bike the historic carriage trails. Bring your own bike, rent one or hike if you prefer, but the historic trails themselves draw visitors each year. Experience the different landscapes and great views along the way.
Soak up the sun at the beach. The park includes Sand Beach and Echo Lake Beach. The water temperature can be cold, rarely topping 55 degrees at Sand Beach, so keep this in mind if you dip your toes in.
Explore the intertidal zone for sea creatures like crabs, sea stars and barnacles. Check with park rangers for low-tide times and the best places to find tide pools. Choose to participate in ranger-led tours of the intertidal zone from June to October.
